Description
The BEST Chicken Marinade enhances the flavor and tenderness of chicken, making it the perfect dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 0.125 cup lemon juice
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 chicken breasts (3.5 lb)
Instructions
- Mix: Combine all marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl and whisk together, reserving a half cup for basting later.
- Marinate: Place chicken in a large resealable bag, pour the marinade over it, massage the bag to coat the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (ideally 4 to 6 hours).
- Prepare: Preheat the grill to medium high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill: Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
- Rest: Once the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, remove from heat, tent with foil, and let rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Optional Sauce: Bring the reserved marinade to a boil and simmer until slightly reduced to use as a sauce.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor greatly, but it’s even better with longer marination times.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1041 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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